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Early hype surrounding artificial intelligence suggested a rapid surge in profitability across various sectors. However, tangible financial returns from AI investments have been slower to materialize than anticipated. While productivity gains have been observed, these haven’t consistently translated into substantial profits, a trend that predates the widespread adoption of generative AI models like ChatGPT. Research from MIT and online discussions, like those found on Reddit (https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1mvu8of/ai_promised_huge_profits_did_it_deliver/), are now raising concerns about the long-term viability of the current AI investment landscape and suggesting a potential bubble formation.